Library Media Specialist - 2026 - 2027 School Year

Harford County Public Schools • Bel Air, MD

30d

About The Position

To serve as the school instructor and administrator of the library media program, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES MAY
INCLUDE

These items are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.
These essential functions apply to the Itinerant Library Media Specialist.
Plans the library media instructional program.
Provides supplemental services to faculty and students.
Evaluates the existing program and needs within the school library.
Evaluates, selects, and utilizes print and non-print materials and equipment.
Acquires print and non-print materials and equipment.
Organizes materials, equipment, and facilities.
Maintains accurate records.
Manages allocation of funds.
Develops and implements policies that will ensure maximum use of the facility.
Adheres to the administrative policies established by the school-based Library Media Specialist.
Teaches lessons related to various forms of literacy, academic integrity, literature appreciation, and the research process.
Teaches media skills/lessons using scope and sequence.
Advocates a program that adheres to digital responsibility and cyber safety.
Utilizes technology to facilitate instruction.
Instructs and/or assists the school community with various technology resources and equipment.
Manages and operates the library automation system.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Per Code of Maryland Regulations 13A.12.03.03, Library Media Specialist: o Master's degree from a program at a regionally accredited college or university that would lead to State certification as a Library Media Specialist or a comparable position as determined by the Maryland State Department of Education OR o Bachelor's or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university; satisfactorily complete a school library media practicum, 1 year of full-time teaching experience, or 1 year of full-time school library media ­related experience; and satisfactorily complete a program of 36 semester hours of specific professional education and content post-baccalaureate or graduate credits for certification as a Library Media Specialist with 15 semester hours completed at one institution.
• Hold or be eligible for a teaching certificate from the Maryland State Department of Education, grades K-12, preferred.
• Certification as a Library Media Specialist is required or candidate must be within 6 semester hours of meeting Library Media Specialist certification.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software programs.
• Knowledge of the Educational Copyright Law.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans the library media instructional program.
• Provides supplemental services to faculty and students.
• Evaluates the existing program and needs within the school library.
• Evaluates, selects, and utilizes print and non-print materials and equipment.
• Acquires print and non-print materials and equipment.
• Organizes materials, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Manages allocation of funds.
• Develops and implements policies that will ensure maximum use of the facility.
• Adheres to the administrative policies established by the school-based Library Media Specialist.
• Teaches lessons related to various forms of literacy, academic integrity, literature appreciation, and the research process.
• Teaches media skills/lessons using scope and sequence.
• Advocates a program that adheres to digital responsibility and cyber safety.
• Utilizes technology to facilitate instruction.
• Instructs and/or assists the school community with various technology resources and equipment.
• Manages and operates the library automation system.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time